In this bonus episode of the Peach Jam Podcast, Jeremy Powell sits down with Zac Brown Band’s John Driskell Hopkins to talk about his ALS diagnosis, his foundation Hop On a Cure, and the song he wrote for his daughters. Despite the heavy topic, there are plenty of laughs, memories, and music, including an in-studio performance of the hit song Toes.

Mike Rizzi, John Driskell Hopkins, Jeremy Powell

Mike Rizzi, John Driskell Hopkins, Peach Jam Host Jeremy Powell

 

In this heartfelt bonus episode of Peach Jam, host Jeremy Powell welcomes John Driskell Hopkins of the Zac Brown Band to the studio. Known for his powerful voice and songwriting, Hopkins opens up about his ALS diagnosis and how it’s changed his life, his music, and his mission. With honesty and humor, he shares the story behind his foundation, Hop On A Cure, and the hope he's helping fund through ALS research.

Joined by his longtime drummer and close friend Mike Rizzi, the two reflect on decades in the Georgia music scene, memorable collaborations, and what it means to truly show up for one another. Plus, Hopkins performs the hit song “Toes,” which he co-wrote with Zac Brown, and talks about the new song (I Love You Forever) he wrote for his daughters.

It’s a candid conversation about living fully, finding purpose, and leaning on music and community in the face of the unthinkable.

 

Credit: John Driskell Hopkins